Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava (hereinafter referred to as "STU") is a modern educational and scientific institution. Since its foundation in the year 1937 more than 159.000 students have graduated. In average, 12.000 students study at the STU every year.

STU is a research-oriented university. During its existence has contributed significantly to the development of scientific knowledge, dissemination and use of scientific knowledge for the benefit of mankind.

International cooperation is a significant area based on interactive contact with edu- cational as well as scientific - research institutions of the countries all over the world. First of all, it is focused on solution of the joint projects within the EU framework.